"However, we are far from complacent and will continue to focus our efforts on lowering serious violence and the use of weapons on our streets. We will continue to listen to Londoners to ensure we are tackling the right people and making a difference to the quality of life of those who live and work in the capital.

"Our work is not just about enforcement, and Trident, alongside local officers, work closely with key partners to offer chances to gang members to leave the criminal gang lifestyle behind them."

Officers have recovered what is believed to be around 300 rocks of crack cocaine and a large quantity of heroin. The have also seized approximately £5,000 cash.

Detective Superintendent Martin Huxley, said: "Those who deal drugs and bring violence to our streets should know that we will use all tactics to arrest and convict them, and we will protect those in our communities who do not deserve to live alongside such criminals.

"Every person we believe to be involved in gangs is given the opportunity to seek a lifestyle away from gangs and offered the support to help them do that. However, those who choose not accept this offer can expect us to target them and their criminal lifestyle."